Maha
2025 SSA
About Maha
Maha is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful eyes' or 'wild cow/oryx,' an animal admired for its grace and beautiful eyes in Arabic culture. The name appears in the Quran and has significance in Islamic tradition. Maha is widely used throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asian Muslim communities. It's appreciated for its simplicity, melodious sound, and positive connotations of beauty and grace. The name is relatively short but carries cultural depth and religious significance for many families. In Western countries, Maha has gained some popularity among multicultural families and those seeking names with international appeal and meaningful origins.
Pronounced MAH-ha.
As of October 2026, Maha ranked #2764 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2133 for girls in 2002.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,071 | 37 | 20.7 |
| 2015 | #3,458 | 46 | 25.8 |
| 2016 | #3,125 | 53 | 29.9 |
| 2017 | #3,120 | 52 | 30.1 |
| 2018 | #3,188 | 51 | 30 |
| 2019 | #3,313 | 48 | 28.6 |
| 2020 | #3,816 | 38 | 23.5 |
| 2021 | #4,297 | 33 | 20.1 |
| 2022 | #4,340 | 33 | 20.1 |
| 2023 | #3,405 | 47 | 29.3 |
| 2024 | #3,195 | 50 | 30.9 |
| 2025 | #2,764 | 62 | 38.6 |